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Why is my sister always coughing everytime i talk to her on the phone? does she have bronchitis or pneumonia, said she'll talk to her doctor thursday

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

? asthma: which can also make her cough when she laughs, exercises, or other activities, she may need a bronchodilator or other rx meds, let her visit her doctor who may refer her to an allergist/immunologist, wish you both wellness

Answered 5/19/2018

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Cough: Cough could be from a number of reasons. Pneumonia, Bronchitis, asthma, chemical irritant all possibilities.

Answered 5/3/2018

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Coughing: Glad to hear that your sister will speak w/her doctor about her cough. One possibility is the side effect of a medication but her doc will let her know. It can also be the symptom of a nervous habit. Peace and good health.

Answered 4/25/2018

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Need to examine: Any cough lasting more than two weeks needs to be investigated by a doctor.

Answered 5/19/2018

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